Acquired -- U.K.-based operator Ladbrokes on Monday announced its acquisition of Scandinavia-focused Sponsio for £36 million ($71.5 million), with an additional £4 million ($7.9 million) due contingent on future performance. Scandinavia represents Ladbrokes' next largest market after the United Kingdom.
Inked -- Playtech subsidiary VideoBet today announced a three-year licensing agreement with Mexican land-based casino operator Entretenimiento De Mexico (EMex), whereby EMex will add Videobet's server based gaming products to its existing and future outlets.
Launched -- I-gaming provider CryptoLogic today announced the launch of three new brands on its Europe-focused poker network: PlayboyGaming.com, and two Scandinavia-focused sites, Parbet.com and Betsafe.com.
William Hill Skill -- U.K.-based operator William Hill today announced the launch of its Net skill gaming site in partnership with skill games network operator GameAccount, with multiplayer blackjack, backgammon and gin rummy games available in seven languages and 11 currencies.
Let's See Some ID -- Identity verification solutions provider GB Group today announced that mobile gaming operator Probability will be using its "URU" and "ID3-Check" technologies for its customers.
Hitting the Hills … Sort of -- Austria-based skill games provider Greentube AG today announced the launch of a mobile version of its popular e-sport game, Ski Challenge.